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Uber Technologies Announces Strong Growth in Q1 2024 Financial Results
Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) has reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024, showcasing substantial year-over-year growth. The company experienced a 21% increase in trips and significant improvements in other key performance indicators. Despite these strong results, Uber's stock price experienced a 6% decline following the announcement.
Detailed Financial Metrics
- Gross Bookings: Uber's gross bookings surged by 20% year-over-year to $37.7 billion. This growth extends to 21% on a constant currency basis, with Mobility Gross Bookings at $18.7 billion (up 25% YoY) and Delivery Gross Bookings at $17.7 billion (up 18% YoY).
- Revenue Growth: Revenue increased by 15% year-over-year to $10.1 billion. The combined revenue from Mobility and Delivery rose by 19% to $8.8 billion.
- Operational Income and Adjusted EBITDA: Income from operations stood at $172 million. Notably, Adjusted EBITDA reached $1.4 billion, marking an 82% increase from the previous year.
- Cash Flow: The company reported an operating cash flow and free cash flow of $1.4 billion each.
- Net Losses: Despite the positive performance in other areas, Uber reported a net loss of $654 million, which includes a $721 million net headwind from unrealized losses related to equity investments.
Quarterly Operational Highlights
- Trips: Total trips in Q1 2024 grew to 2.6 billion, indicating a 21% increase.
- Monthly Active Platform Consumers (MAPCs): Uber saw a 15% increase in MAPCs, totaling 149 million.
- Income Metrics: Income from operations turned positive at $172 million, compared to a loss in the previous year.
Future Outlook for Q2 2024
Looking ahead to the second quarter of 2024, Uber anticipates:
- Gross Bookings: Expected to be between $38.75 billion and $40.25 billion, representing an 18% to 23% growth on a constant currency basis.
- Adjusted EBITDA: Projected to be between $1.45 billion and $1.53 billion, which would signify a 58% to 67% year-over-year growth.
Concluding Remarks
Uber's Q1 2024 results demonstrate its ongoing capability to scale profitable growth. Despite some challenges, such as a significant net loss attributed to revaluation of equity investments and a 6% drop in stock price, the company continues to enhance its operational efficiency and expand its market reach
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